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ITEM OVERVIEW:
Up for sale is a fantastic vintage lot of four (4) authentic mid-century prepared microscope specimen slide sets, manufactured in Japan by The Perfect Parts Co. under the \"PERFECT\" brand.
This collection includes four original boxed specimen sets, containing a total of 24 scientifically prepared glass microscope slides.
Each set contains six individually prepared and labeled glass slides, covering a fascinating variety of biological and natural science subjects, including animal blood, honey bee anatomy, bacteria, and natural textile fibers.
All four sets retain their distinctive original mid-century cardboard boxes, featuring colorful scientific illustrations, microscope graphics, and classic vintage typography.
The original packaging identifies these as \"Ready to Use – Prepared Specimen Slides\" and \"Scientifically Prepared,\" reflecting the popularity of hands-on scientific education during the mid-20th century.
An excellent collectible for vintage microscope enthusiasts, scientific instrument collectors, natural history enthusiasts, and collectors of historical educational materials.
ITEM DETAILS:
Brand: PERFECT
Manufacturer: The Perfect Parts Co.
Country of Manufacture: Japan
Approximate Era: Mid-20th Century
Product Type: Prepared Microscope Specimen Slides
Material: Glass Slides with Prepared Biological Specimens
Slide Size: Approximately 1\" x 3\"
Number of Sets: 4
Slides per Set: 6
Total Slides: 24
Completeness: 4 Complete Sets – 6/6 Slides Each
Packaging: Original PERFECT Cardboard Slide Boxes
Subjects: Biology, Bacteriology, Entomology, Zoology, and Natural Fibers
INCLUDED SETS & SPECIMENS:
SET 1 – NO. 810-N: BLOOD OF ANIMALS
Original PERFECT prepared microscope slide set containing six animal blood prepared animal blood slides
Blood of Horse identified among the specimens
Original yellow PERFECT storage box
A fascinating vintage zoological specimen collection intended for comparative microscopic study.
SET 2 – NO. 810-I: HONEY BEE PARTS
Complete six-slide set featuring different anatomical structures of the honey bee.
Includes:
Hind Leg of Honey Bee
Antenna of Honey Bee
Eye of Honey Bee
Middle Leg of Honey Bee
Wing of Honey Bee
Front Leg of Honey Bee
These prepared slides offer an interesting historical example of entomological microscopy and insect anatomy education.
Original slate-blue PERFECT storage box with purple microscope artwork.
SET 3 – NO. 810-D: VARIETIES OF BACTERIA
Complete set of six prepared bacteriology specimens.
Includes:
Bacterium brassicae
Rhizobium radicicola
Bacillus mesentericus
An interesting collection documenting the classification and microscopic examination of bacterial specimens in historical science education.
Original yellow PERFECT storage box.
SET 4 – NO. 810-C: NATURAL TEXTILE FIBERS
Complete six-slide collection of natural textile and animal fibers.
Includes:
Original yellow PERFECT storage box.
CONDITION:
Very nice vintage pre-owned condition.
Glass Slides:
All four specimen sets are complete, with six slides per box.
Total of 24 original prepared microscope slides.
Every glass slide is intact, with no chips or cracks noted.
Original vintage specimen labels remain clear and legible.
The sets have been preserved together in their original boxes.
No destructive cleaning, restoration, or modification has been performed.
Original Boxes:
All four original PERFECT cardboard boxes are included.
Three feature yellow covers with black microscope graphics.
One features a slate-blue cover with purple microscope graphics.
Attractive original mid-century printed designs remain well preserved.
Light surface rubbing, minor edge wear, and age-related storage marks.
Original internal slide dividers remain intact.
Please carefully review all photographs for exact condition, specimen identification, and packaging details.
The slides are offered as vintage prepared specimens and collectibles. Their current microscopic visibility and scientific suitability have not been independently tested.
COLLECTOR APPEAL:
Vintage prepared microscope slides are fascinating examples of historical scientific education and laboratory supply manufacturing.
This collection is particularly appealing because it includes:
Four coordinated original PERFECT brand specimen sets
Japanese mid-century scientific craftsmanship
A total of 24 prepared glass slides
Four distinct scientific subject categories
Complete original slide sets
Attractive retro educational packaging
Original printed scientific specimen labels
The combination of biological specimens, bacteriology, insect anatomy, and natural fibers makes this an especially interesting collection for both scientific history and vintage educational memorabilia.
Perfect for a vintage laboratory display, historical science collection, microscope accessory collection, or mid-century educational exhibit.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING:
All 24 glass microscope slides will be carefully protected and cushioned to prevent movement or glass-to-glass contact.
The original cardboard boxes will be securely wrapped with protective cushioning and placed inside a sturdy outer shipping box.
Tracking will be provided.
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